Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Youngstown, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,142/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Looking for PCU RN jobs in Youngstown, Ohio? Join a fast-paced Progressive Care/Stepdown unit in the 44504 area for a 13-week travel Registered Nurse assignment where your critical care skills and clinical judgment will make a meaningful impact every day.
This opportunity offers a supportive environment for an experienced Progressive Care Unit RN who enjoys caring for patients with complex needs, including stroke and neuro patients, while working alongside a collaborative acute care team. Youngstown’s 44504 area offers a convenient location with access to city amenities, local dining, parks, and a strong regional healthcare community.
Job Details
- Specialty: PCU / Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit
- Setting: Intermediate care / Progressive Care / Acute care hospital
- Location: Youngstown, Ohio 44504
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts
- Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts per week
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,910 - $2,010
- Start Date: 8/24/2026
- End Date: 11/23/2026
- Assignment Type: Travel RN job
Job Requirements
- Active RN license in the state of practice or compact license eligibility
- At least 1 year of Registered Nurse experience required
- Experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred
- BLS required
- ACLS required within 6 months of hire; preferred at start
- NIH Stroke Certification preferred
- Neuro/stroke nursing experience strongly preferred
- Ability to complete a dysrhythmia exam
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to stepdown and progressive care patients
- Assess patient conditions, identify priorities, and develop individualized plans of care
- Administer medications safely and in accordance with nursing standards and protocols
- Monitor patients with cardiac drips and other complex medical needs
- Respond to changing patient conditions with confidence and timely intervention
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
- Support patient and family education throughout the care process
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold patient safety standards
- Care for adult and geriatric patients in a high-acuity environment
Apply now to join this rewarding travel nursing job in Youngstown, Ohio and advance your career in Progressive Care/Stepdown nursing.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Youngstown, OH
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Youngstown, OH here's what you should know:- Youngstown's cost of living is 21% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
- Average summer highs are around 82°F, while winter lows can drop to around 19°F.
- Be prepared for warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Youngstown, with options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.
- Youngstown is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available, but a car is generally recommended for convenience.
- Youngstown has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to industrial history.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the healthcare facilities in the area.
- Youngstown offers a variety of activities including local shops, galleries, bars, restaurants, the Butler Institute of American Art, Steel Museum, Mill Creek Park with walking trails, Fellows Riverside Gardens, golf courses, wineries, breweries, and shopping at local farms and Amish markets.
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